Ulysses
They say that if you want a bit of excitement in life go with the Dark Horse. And that is what five of us did. Woody led the charge last week and took us places we had never heard of. We headed down the Old Narrandera Road and took the turn to Matong and about 30 minutes out we suffered a fairly heavy downpour so stopped at Matong to don the wet weather gear. And then the rain stopped and we never saw any more for the rest of the day.
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From Matong we crossed the railway line and took the direct route to Ardlethan then the Old London Hill Road to Beckom, where we topped up some tanks. Des was getting nervous as he left with less than a full amount. After Beckom we passed through Ardlethan on the way to Tallimba and from Tallimba to West Wyalong for lunch at the Round About Bakery. After lunch those short on fuel topped up at the Caltex in Wyalong, and from there we headed to Barmedman.
From Barmedman the trip home was a zig-zag through the countryside, up and down little laneways, passing through unheard of whistle stops until we finally arrived at Marrar. We were OK then, we knew where to go and that was home base arriving at about 4pm after wearing another 400ks off the tyres.
Saturday started out fairly miserable but in spite of that we had a really good roll up at Billy’s for Meet and Greet with about 20 in attendance. We tucked away in the back room where it was warm and cosy, had the usual chat and coffee but we were out of there by 11.15am to attend to the day’s chores.
On Sunday we had a great ride with eight on bikes, two on Spyders and half of our ride committee in a Tin Top? Something about (1) a bald tyre and (2) ‘I forgot to register my bike’. We ventured to Temora via Coolamon and Rannock and arriving at Temora went to the bakery for the customary morning tea/coffee where we found about 20 of the Bandidos Motorcycle Club in residence.
What with them and us lined up for sustenance the poor girls peddling the buns and biscuits didn’t know what to make of it all. Next stop was Bribbaree, via Bardmedman, where we had lunch and also met up with about 20 from the Canberra branch. We left Bribbaree at about 2.30, stopped off in Young for fuel and then motored on home through Cootamundra and Junee, where we lobbed at around 5pm.
Our next adventure will be the Tri Branch Weekend at Griffith on September 10, 11 and 12. If you haven’t already done so pick who you want to camp with and ring the Caravan Village on 6962 3785 to book your spot, and mention you are with the Ulysses group for the weekend. Ride safe and stay upright.
WAGGA CITY GOLF CLUB
The ladies played a stroke event as they competed for their August Monthly Medal last Tuesday, with congratulations going to medal winners Cassie Gill in Div 1 with 74 nett, and Una Pocock in Div 2 with 71 nett. In Div 1, Monica Kember’s 94 off the stick won her the day’s scratch prize, while the best nett score went to Jenny Myers with 75. Pam Seymour carded 102 to claim the Div 2 scratch event, while Trish Gray netted 80 for handicap honours. In Div 3, Fay Baker scored 103 to win the scratch prize, while Janene Fitzgerald had the best nett score with 72. NTP’s: Jo Williams, Pam Seymour and Cae Cobby. Putting comp: Jenny Myers, Sue Oakman and Jan Leonard.
The girls returned for a stableford event on Friday, and in Div 1 Monica Kember kept her hot streak going with a great score of 40 pts for an easy win from Lorraine Hickey, 35pts. In Div 2, Marg Hogan totaled 37 pts for a win, from Jan Leonard 35 pts. NTP’s: Billie Johnston, Glad Leitch and Carmel Pearce.
In Vets news, Danny McIntyre took last Monday’s honours with a score of 27 nett, and a two-shot win from Don Kirwan, followed by Barney Matthews on 30 nett. On Thursday, Tony Brunskill scored 29 nett to get home from Bill O’Rourke and Dave Sutton 20, and Don Kirwan 30 nett.
Last Wednesday’s Monthly Medal saw consistent golfer, Tony Luff, take care of A Grade with 73 nett, from low-marker, Mick Hazell,75 nett.
In B Grade, Gary Chamberlain won a tight one with 70 nett, on a c/b from Marc Hazell, also on a c/b. NTP’s: Bob McKenzie, Marc Hazell and John Burkinshaw. Ball comp to 75 nett.
Saturday’s Monthly Medal saw Tony Turner tame the tough conditions for a score of 71 nett to win the A Grade voucher by a shot from Jim Briggs, with Warren Lynch third with 74 nett. In B Grade, Darryl Dickinson scored 70 nett for success, from John Parker 71, and Frank Veliscek 73 nett. NTP’s: Mark McIntyre, Paul Hallam and Matt Tooze. Ball comp to 76 nett on a c/b.
Much friendlier conditions welcomed players for their weekly Sunday nine-hole stableford comp, with regular player, Kyle Harrison, shooting under his handicap for 20 pts and a win, from Stephen Post 19 pts. Ball comp to 17 pts.
Rules Mens Bowls
Wednesday blind draw Triples winners: Max Simmons, Charlie Ryan, Richie Munro27 points; runners-up Paul Fenwick, Wayne Smithers, Jim Brown 23 points; 3rd place Rod Cramp, "Cowboy" Metcalf, Peter Wild 22 points.
Friday nominated Pairs winners: Peter Turner, Mick Foxall 22 points; runners-up Andrew Carey, Jeff Post, Keith Browne 20 points; 3rd place Rod Cramp, David Streher, Terry Rosewall 19 points. Nomination sheet on board for the last Friday in the month which will see a new format single entry pairs with the Skip to draw for Partner. Two games of 14 ends, 3 bowls, will be played with a different format of Pairs played each Month. First prizemoney will be $100; runners-up $60; winners of games 1 or 2 $20 per game. Entry is $10 which includes jackpot entry and barbecue. Nominations for Mixed Pairs Championship close Sept 15 with first round to be played Sept 22.
Atheletes Foot Mixed Pairs Tournament Sept 3 with prizemoney of $1150; 3 games 14 ends 3 bowls with 9am start. Nominations open for Over 50's Pairs Tournament Monday, Sept 26 with $1550 prizemoney.Three games 13 ends with 9am start.
Coming events
Wednesday Blind Draw Triples: Names in by noon for 1pm start
Friday Nominated Pairs: Names in by noon for 1pm start.
Saturday Blind draw: Names in by noon for 1pm start.
Sunday Mixed Blind Draw: Names in by noon for 1pm start.
RULES CLUB WOMEN'S BOWLS.
Social Bowls, August 16: Winners: Verna Burkinshaw, Bev Robinson Def Elsie McCrum, Nola Post. Fran Mahon, Fay Fallinger, Gloria Davies Def Muriel Telford, Joan Serhan, Pat McIntyre. Michelle Henderson, Elain Larkin Def K Reid, Alice Bower. Marian McCrumb , Pat Macdonald, June Forrest Def June Chappelow, Verna Quigley, June Forrest
Social Bowls, August 18: Winners: Joan Serhan, Elain Larkin Def June Chappelow, Lorna Woolbank Fay Dallinger, Gail Hull Def Verna Burkinshaw, Verna Quigley. Fran Mahon, Pat Macdonald Def Elsie McCrumb, Marian McCrumb, Muriel Telford, Gloria Davies Def Jenny Edwards, Bev Robinson.
WAGGA SSAA
The SSAA – ADA shotgun challenge was a hard-fought event but SSAA just managed to get over the line thanks to the late inclusion of Greg Hannon who broke 44. He was supported by Greg Chapman (40) and Alan Holden (38).
The Blue Heeler fly match is on August 27 and 28th. The range will be closed to casual shooters but spectators are welcome.
Arthur require helpers or the target crew. If you can spare time on either day let him know. For information contact Don EWIN on 6926 3757 or donbruce8@bigpond.com.
Explorers Rifle Club
The Explorers Prize meeting for 2016 was done in great shooting conditions on Sunday. We have 51 entries from as far away as Bega and Hornsby.
We had 29 entries in our Sweepstakes shoot on Saturday in cold, windy conditions at 1000 Yards.
Thanks to all who helped get the range ready and worked hard on the day to keep things running smoothly. In particular the ladies in the kitchen; Linda, Sue, Roz, Rae, Michelle and Margaret. Also the Rovers who came out and marked targets. A long day in the Butts.
Results of the prize meeting as follows:
Target Rifle: A Grade 1st Nick Cock, 2nd Dave Xuereb, 3rd Scott Brindley. B Grade 1st Angus Martin, 2nd Andre Martin, 3rd Tie Allan Benton, Laura Brindley, D George. C Grade 1st G Mull, 2nd T Lyons, 3rd K Pickersgill. Target Rifle with Rest – Emma Brindley
F Class: A Grade 1st Darren Bradley, 2nd Ralph Garlick, 3rd Di Jonkers. B Grade 1st Dave Durrant, 2nd Brendon Crowe, 3rd Neville Lyons.
F Open: 1st Ben Goodwin, 2nd Spencer Dunstall, 3rd Greg Warrian.
